Evil
EW & F Lyrics
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I know I'm not fame
I know I'm not fame
I know I'm not fame
I know I'm not fame
I know I'm not fame
I don't sip on things I was sipin' before
I don't smoke on things I was smoking before
I'm not gettin' high no more on drugs I've taken before
I don't know how I did it I've chase all my evil thoughts
I don't know how I did it I've chase all my evil thoughts
Fuck all of these bitches, I don't give a fuck no more
Mama Always told me that I was a good guy
I don't think so, I think that I'm evil inside
I'm not gon lie I've done bad things before
It's okay I don't regret no more
I've done bad things before
I'm not the bad guy I was before
I'm feeling good for once in my life
I'm not gon' lie it's because of you
I know I'm not fame
That's probably why she don't give a damn
I don't sip on things I was sipin' before
I don't smoke on things I was smoking before
I'm not gettin' high no more on drugs I've taken before
I don't know how I did it i've chase all my evil thoughts
I don't know how I did it i've chase all my evil thoughts
Fuck all of these bitches, I don't give a fuck no more
The song "Evil" by EW&F is a powerful and reflective piece about the artist's inner struggles with his own morality and ethics. The repeating lyrics of "I know I'm not fame" suggest a frustration with not being recognized by society as famous or successful. However, this desire for validation is overshadowed by the artist's admission that he has chased away his own "evil thoughts" and no longer engages in destructive behaviors like drug use and mistreating women. The artist's past actions haunt him, as he admits to being filled with evil thoughts and having done bad things previously. However, he expresses a sense of relief and newfound peace, thanks in part to someone else in his life who makes him feel good.
The lyrics reflect a deep sense of self-reflection and introspection, as the artist grapples with his own identity and conscience. He acknowledges the negative aspects of his past and present selves but is also hopeful about his future. The use of profanity adds to the raw emotion and honesty of the lyrics, emphasizing the artist's frustration and determination to move forward.
Overall, "Evil" is a powerful and honest exploration of the artist's inner turmoil and growth. It encourages listeners to confront their own demons and strive towards a better future.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, oh
Expression of emotion or feeling
I know I'm not fame
I am aware that I am not famous
That's probably why she don't give a damn
The reason she doesn't care is that I am not famous
I don't sip on things I was sipin' before
I have stopped drinking the things I used to drink
I don't smoke on things I was smoking before
I have stopped smoking the things I used to smoke
I'm not gettin' high no more on drugs I've taken before
I am no longer getting high on drugs that I have taken before
I don't know how I did it I've chase all my evil thoughts
I am amazed that I was able to overcome my negative thoughts
Fuck all of these bitches, I don't give a fuck no more
I no longer care about these women
Mama Always told me that I was a good guy
My mother always said that I am a good person
I don't think so, I think that I'm evil inside
But I believe that I am a bad person at heart
I've done bad things before
I have committed mistakes in the past
It's okay I don't regret no more
I have come to terms with my past and have no regrets now
I'm not the bad guy I was before
I am no longer the same bad person I used to be
I'm feeling good for once in my life
I am currently feeling good for the first time in my life
I'm not gon' lie it's because of you
I have to admit that it is because of you
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Zachary Franc
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@fostermac7170
@Vernon Edmonds Here's my take. The Emotions were hitmakers when they were with Stax. Their 3 albums with Stax happened to be produced by David Porter and Isaac Hayes. The money with Stax got real funny with some of there artists____the Emotions being one of the ones affected. David Porter and Maurice White were childhood best friends, and lifelong friends, and Maurice was well aware of the Hutchinson sisters, and tried to work them out at Chess recording some demos with Charles Stepney, once Columbia gave Maurice approval to sign some acts, he brought over the Emotions, and Charles Stepney produced them, releasing "Flowers", Charles unexpectedly die, and Maurice took over production duties.
The Emotions as a group, sang background on Boogie Wonderland, Wanda and her husband wrote several songs on the Raise! album, but they didn't regularly sing background for EWF. In fact, they had a royalty dispute after Boogie Wonderland that cause their separation from Maurice's ARC and Kalimba productions.
They indeed very briefly did background work, but that was after they were bonafide stars, and that work had no bearing on their contract. In fact that background work was the cause of their separation.
The song "Sun Goddess" did indeed provide Ramsey with a number 1 hit, but of course, Ramsey was a bonafide star for years with the Ramsey Lewis trio. Maurice was a drummer at one time with the trio.
You could make the case that Ramsey Lewis made Maurice White.
@FL8mileshigh1
I remember buying this album back in 1973, just for this song. Turns out, the whole album was great. Still listening 49 years later.
@thomassawyer4341
How was life back in 1970s? I am really curious..
@KK-iz5pl
@Thomas Sawyer Tech free so calmer!
@thomassawyer4341
@K K wish I could live in that era..
@carolhoward9102
So many forces at one time Love, Marching for Rights for all peoples, Healing, Freedom, Spiritual it’s was a Beautiful time to be alive young enough to enjoy and old enough to understand 🦋🌸❣️🥂
@alonzomart7873
@Thomas Sawyer kids called each other to play,football, baseball, freezetag, red-light green-light, stayed out late playing. Eat at friends house, it was fun a lot of us kids playing.
@billtipper5858
Unreal how good this band was. I had a radio show at my community College and I after I played evil the first time it was requested every show so I made it my opening song every day. I wrote a letter to the band care of the record company and was floored when i received a handwritten note from Maurice White along with a copy of the album, which I cherish to this day. They were super classy.
@ParisRoller11
I can't believe how spiritual this music has become.
@Kitu74
You know it
@robertbrown1826
EWF is without a doubt the baddest group of all time. their vocals and musicality are unparalleled no other group comes close.R.I.P. Maurice White,Don Myrick,Louis Satterfield.